Actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay, founder of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is increasingly being projected as a political alternative to Tamil Nadu’s entrenched Dravidian majors – the DMK and the AIADMK. But beneath the carefully cultivated image of a “clean outsider” lies a dense web of allegations, historical parallels, institutional linkages, and political patterns that cannot be ignored.
Vijay’s political ascent does not exist in isolation. Instead, it fits into a broader ecosystem involving religious institutions, activist networks, foreign-funded NGOs, and political actors – an ecosystem that has shaped protest politics and regime destabilisation in Tamil Nadu for over a decade.
At the centre of this comparison is a striking parallel: Andhra Pradesh’s former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy.
The Jagan–Vijay Parallel: A Familiar Political Template?
Jagan Mohan Reddy’s rise in Andhra Pradesh was accompanied by persistent allegations of corruption, evangelical backing, and policy indulgence towards Christian institutions in a predominantly Hindu state. His trademark political imagery – white shirt, khaki trousers, cultivated simplicity, became synonymous with his brand.
Vijay has been following a similar template.
Vijay’s public political attire mirrors Jagan’s almost exactly. More importantly, take a look at Vijay’s deep Christian family roots, particularly his uncles Xavier Alphonse and Xavier Britto, both of whom are closely associated with Catholic institutions and the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) – an order with substantial influence in education, civil society, and politics.
This is not mere coincidence. Jagan’s trajectory, evangelical support, strategic secular messaging, and consolidation of power offers a blueprint now being adapted for Tamil Nadu.
The Loyola Syndicate And The Education-Politics Nexus
A recurring name in these allegations is Loyola College, Chennai, run by the Jesuits.
Vijay’s uncle Xavier Alphonse, a former principal of Loyola College, has faced multiple accusations over the years – from financial irregularities to misuse of institutional authority. Another uncle, Xavier Britto, a wealthy businessman and film producer, allegedly funded Vijay’s early film career through XB Film Creators.
This “Loyola syndicate”, a network of individuals linked to elite Jesuit institutions, provided financial support, influence, and political access that helped pave Vijay’s path from cinema to politics.
While these allegations may be contested, Loyola’s outsized role in Tamil Nadu’s civil society makes scrutiny unavoidable.
Beyond Vijay: A Pattern of Protest Politics in Tamil Nadu
Vijay’s emergence must be viewed against a longer chronology of Church-linked protest movements, often overlapping with DMK political interests.
Look at this timeline:
2012 – Kudankulam Nuclear Plant Protests
Christian fishermen mobilised; St. Lourdes Church, Idinthakarai became the protest hub. The Anglican Church publicly backed the agitation.
2016 – Jayalalithaa’s Death
With the “Iron Lady” gone, institutional resistance weakened.
2017 – Jallikattu Protests
Allegedly funded and organised by mining mafias and DMK-linked actors to destabilise a fragile AIADMK government.
2017 – Anti-NEET Movement
DMK-backed protests fronted by activists like Prince Gajendra Babu. The tragic suicide of Anitha was politicised to fuel sustained unrest.
2018 – Neutrino Observatory Protests
Led by DMK allies and environmental activists, resulting in project abandonment.
2018 – Anti-Sterlite Agitation, Thoothukudi
Catholic priests, pastors, and evangelical figures such as Mohan C. Lazarus allegedly mobilised protesters. Churches served as assembly points. Thirteen civilians died; India later became a net importer of copper.
2019 – Salem–Chennai Expressway Protests
Environmental objections fronted by activists later linked to foreign-funded NGOs. Project stalled, then quietly revived after DMK came to power.
These movements followed a consistent pattern: environmental or social justice framing, NGO mobilisation, religious networks on the ground, and political capitalisation by the DMK.
The NGO–Activist–Funding Web
Several activists frequently appear across these movements:
Nithyanand Jayaraman – The Other Media
G. Sundarrajan – Poovulagin Nanbargal
Henri Tiphagne – People’s Watch
Mohan C. Lazarus – Jesus Redeems Ministries
Investigations highlight foreign funding links through organisations such as Caritas Internationalis, Misereor, Bread for the World, Asia Foundation, and others – many tied to global church networks or Western foundations.
It was against this backdrop that the Union government tightened FCRA regulations between 2016–2018, cancelling licences of nearly 19,000 NGOs and placing entities like the Ford Foundation and Soros-linked networks under prior-permission regimes.
This crackdown explains why mass street protests subsided and why political mobilisation has shifted towards electoral projects instead.
Is Vijay That Christutva Electoral Project?
Vijay’s political ambitions did not begin with TVK in 2024.
They trace early signals back to 2012, when Vijay engaged with the Anna Hazare movement in Delhi.
It is reported that after an alleged snub by the Congress leadership, Vijay explored political backing from controversial figures such as Lottery Martin, a businessman with known international religious links.
When TVK was formally launched on 2 February 2024, the composition of Vijay’s core team, seems to be dominated by Christians, with only a handful of exceptions.
Vijay himself is a Christian and his inner circle, messaging discipline, and cultural positioning reflect dual signalling: overt secularism in public, quiet religious alignment in structure.
Cultural Signalling: Pongal, Tamil New Year, and Silence
Vijay’s cultural interventions have also drawn attention.
He has publicly endorsed celebrating Pongal (Thai 1) as Tamil New Year, aligning with the DMK’s long-standing attempt to detach Hindu religious traditions from Tamil identity. Also note his silence on festivals like Vinayakar Chaturthi, while selectively invoking social justice icons and narratives.
According to detractors, this mirrors a broader strategy: de-Hinduisation framed as rationalism, creating space for evangelical expansion.
The Endgame: A Christian CM For Tamil Nadu?
The ultimate goal seems to be to establish a Christian Chief Minister in Tamil Nadu. With Vijay’s political entry, the pieces of the puzzle seem to be falling into place. His Christian affiliations, Loyola connections, and alleged backing by evangelists suggest a larger agenda at play. If successful, Vijay could become the face of a new political order in Tamil Nadu, one that aligns with the interests of powerful religious syndicates.
A Political Drama Scripted By Evangelists?
As Vijay prepares to contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections, the allegations surrounding his rise cannot be ignored. From his Christian affiliations and Loyola connections to the alleged involvement of the Loyola syndicate and the shadow of evangelism, the allegations paint a troubling picture. Is Vijay being propped up as a Christian alternative to the Dravidian parties? Are his political ambitions being funded and guided by powerful religious networks? The answers to these questions could determine the future of Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.
In the end, Vijay’s story may not just be about an actor entering politics – it could be a carefully scripted drama, with Christian evangelists pulling the strings behind the scenes. And if history is any indication, the consequences could be far-reaching, not just for Tamil Nadu, but for the entire nation.
On 2 February 2026, Greece’s Immigration and Asylum Minister Thanos Plevris ordered the shutdown of all illegal mosques operating in Athens and the deportation of foreign nationals running them, targeting roughly 60 unlicensed sites. The directive followed enforcement action against a Bangladeshi national who had been operating an unauthorized place of worship.
Authorities said the move formed part of a broader security and immigration enforcement framework built on data and investigations conducted between 2018 and 2026. Officials linked illegal residency networks to organised crime, migrant smuggling, violent and sexual offences, narcotics trafficking, deportation proceedings, and counter-terror probes. The crackdown also focused on unlicensed religious spaces allegedly operating outside regulatory oversight.
Below is a documented compilation of major enforcement and criminal cases cited in connection with the wider security assessment.
#1 Crackdown Announced on Illegal Mosques in Athens – February 2026 – Accused: Bangladeshi national
Migration Minister Thanos Plevris announced a coordinated operation to identify and shut down illegal mosques across the Municipality of Athens and deport foreign nationals operating them. The action followed the revocation of the residence permit of a Bangladeshi man running an unlicensed mosque in Agios Nikolaos. His premises were sealed, he was sentenced to prison for operating without a permit, and a deportation order was issued under Article 28 of Law 5224/2025 with no voluntary departure window. Authorities said around 60 illegal worship sites remain active today, down from over 100 last decade, and would face closure.
#2 Pakistani National Arrested for Sheltering Illegal Migrants – July 2025
A 19-year-old Pakistani national was arrested for providing shelter to three illegal migrants – one Afghan and two Eritrean nationals. Police said the migrants had entered Greece unlawfully after paying $3,000 each to a smuggling network operating out of Turkey. They lacked travel documentation and were reportedly planning onward movement to Athens. The accused was presented before a prosecutor. Authorities noted Greece’s continued role as a key EU entry point since 2015, with Frontex data recording a 14% rise in Eastern Mediterranean arrivals in early 2024.
#3 Pakistani Man Arrested in Rape Case Involving Indian Woman – February 2024
A 21-year-old Pakistani man was arrested on charges of raping a 40-year-old Indian woman. Police said he used his acquaintance with the victim’s nephew to gain access to her home, where he allegedly assaulted her, threatened her life, and recorded the act. Authorities said he raped her again after blackmailing her using the video. The victim later filed a complaint and identified him through photographs. He was arrested by the Oropou Security Department and remanded for judicial proceedings.
#4 Two Pakistanis Arrested Over Planned Terror Attack – March 2023
Greek counter-terror police arrested two Pakistani nationals accused of planning mass-casualty attacks targeting Jewish and Israeli sites. Intelligence support from Mossad indicated links to an Iran-backed network. Authorities said the suspects, aged 27 and 29, had entered Greece illegally from Turkey and were in advanced stages of operational planning. A third suspect abroad was charged in absentia. The plot reportedly targeted a high-symbolism Jewish facility in Athens.
#5 Pakistani Man Arrested for Murder of Greek Partner – September 2022
A 30-year-old Pakistani man was arrested for murdering his 35-year-old Greek partner, Ioanna. She was found dead in their basement apartment with fatal head injuries inflicted by a blunt object, her body wrapped in bedding. Reports indicated prior domestic abuse complaints. The accused fled Greece but was later arrested in the Netherlands and extradited. Authorities treated the case as domestic violence–related homicide.
#6 Pakistani National Sentenced for Serial Attacks on Women – January 2022
A Pakistani national received a seven-year prison sentence for a series of violent assaults targeting women. The primary case involved a young woman beaten and nearly raped while en route to visit her mother, saved by a cyclist’s intervention. Investigators later linked him to multiple similar attacks. Authorities identified 16 victims, with additional related cases remaining under judicial review.
#7 Illegal Migrant Arrested for Murder of Teenage Girl – August 2022
A 30-year-old Pakistani illegal immigrant, identified as Ahsan alias Sunni, was arrested for the murder of 17-year-old Nicoletta. Police said he possessed four identity documents with varying details and had a rejected asylum claim. Investigators said the killing followed an argument allegedly involving remarks about Islam. The crime was described as premeditated. He fled toward Kilkis before arrest.
#8 Pakistani Man Arrested for Attempted Assault on Child – January 2021
A 20-year-old Pakistani national, Ihtisham Ali, was arrested for attempting to sexually assault a five-year-old child. He worked at an equestrian club. Police acted after the child’s mother filed a complaint. During questioning, he allegedly admitted to the attempt. Juvenile Protection authorities launched a parallel probe into possible prior offences.
#9 Pakistani Arrested in Minor Sexual Abuse Case – January 2021
A 29-year-old Pakistani national was arrested after a probe into the long-term sexual abuse of a minor. Police said the abuse began in 2019. He allegedly attacked the victim with a knife and raped her, then threatened her to ensure silence. The abuse continued until she reported it in 2021, leading to arrest and prosecution.
#10 30 Illegal Pakistani Migrants Detained, Deported – August 2020
Greek authorities detained around 30 illegal Pakistani migrants following unrest triggered by workplace complaints and harassment allegations involving a Greek woman. Protests escalated into clashes, and a mosque used by migrants was attacked by local youths. Deportations followed amid broader illegal immigration concerns.
#11 Pakistani Man Arrested in Drugging and Assault Case – December 2020
Police arrested a Pakistani national accused of drugging, raping, and confining two underage girls aged 16 and 17. The victims escaped and alerted authorities. Searches uncovered cannabis, heroin, and dozens of pills. Investigations continued under Greek criminal law.
#12 Two Pakistanis Arrested for Kidnapping and Rape – September 2020
Two Pakistani nationals, aged 34 and 45, were arrested in Thessaloniki after a 20-year-old Greek woman accused them of kidnapping and rape. Police said they forcibly took her to an apartment and assaulted her. She later filed a complaint leading to arrests and prosecution.
#13 Monitoring Tightened on Migrant Networks After Security Incidents – October 2020
Following the Moria refugee campfire that displaced 12,000 migrants, Greek authorities increased monitoring of migrant networks, particularly those involving Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals. Investigations included illegal immigration, organised crime links, and unlicensed worship spaces.
#14 Pakistani National Arrested with 11 kg Heroin – December 2018
A 43-year-old Pakistani national was arrested attempting to smuggle 11.18 kg of heroin via a false luggage compartment after arriving from Lahore via Doha. Authorities linked the seizure to transnational narcotics networks.
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Imagine this: Young men and women from villages and towns across Tamil Nadu, many from modest backgrounds, balancing jobs, families, and coaching classes. They studied through power cuts, borrowed books, skipped meals, and ignored social lives – all for a shot at stable government employment. They woke up early, travelled long distances, only to find chaos at the gates. Overcrowded halls, mismatched allocations, and finally, the announcement: Exam cancelled. The frustration, the tears, the wasted money on travel, accommodation, and last-minute revisions – all because the DMK cannot manage basic logistics.
In yet another damning indictment of the DMK’s “Dravidian Model of Development” – which is fast revealing itself as the Dravidian Model of Disaster – the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) was forced to cancel the Group II A Mains examination on Sunday after a colossal administrative failure. Over 9,000 candidates, who had poured years of blood, sweat, and sleepless nights into preparation for just 1,000 vacancies in assistant and revenue inspector posts, saw their dreams crushed because the DMK government couldn’t even assign exam centres properly.
A “technical glitch,” they call it. How convenient. Around 600 candidates were wrongly allotted centres due to a software error, leading to a situation where nearly 1,000 aspirants descended on a single college equipped for only 300. The afternoon Tamil eligibility test was also postponed. There’s no clarity on revised exam dates as youth who have already sacrificed prime years of their lives stare at a bleak future.
BJP State President K. Annamalai didn’t mince words in his scathing condemnation. “The DMK government’s mess in arranging exam centres has led to the cancellation of today’s TNPSC Group 2 and 2A exams. This is strongly condemnable. They are in such a pathetic state that they cannot even make basic arrangements for government exams,” he posted, highlighting how this fiasco has robbed Tamil Nadu’s youth of their hard-earned opportunities.
Annamalai went further, voicing the suspicion on every aspirant’s mind: “This kind of chaos has never happened in so many years. Is this because DMK ministers, with their history of accepting bribes to provide government jobs, orchestrated it?” He demanded that Chief Minister M.K. Stalin apologise to the state’s youth.
இன்று நடைபெறவிருந்த டிஎன்பிஎஸ்சி குரூப்2, குரூப் 2 ஏ தேர்வுகள், தேர்வு மையங்களை அமைப்பதில் திமுக அரசு செய்த குளறுபடியால் ரத்து செய்யப்பட்டிருப்பது வன்மையாகக் கண்டிக்கத்தக்கது. அரசுத் தேர்வுகளுக்கான அடிப்படை ஏற்பாடுகளைக் கூடச் செய்ய முடியாத கையாலாகாத நிலையில், திமுக அரசு…
This is not the first time TNPSC exams under DMK have descended into farce. Previous Group exams have seen allegations of irregularities, protests by aspirants, and demands for re-exams.
The TNPSC Group 2 and 2A mains exam on February 25, 2023, descended into chaos across multiple districts due to incorrect distribution of question papers and OMR sheets, delays, misinformation by invigilators, and alleged compromise of exam integrity, leaving candidates outraged and uncertain about their future.
In 2023, TNPSC’s Group 4 exam results sparked controversy after reports claimed a disproportionate number of successful candidates came from a few coaching centres
The pattern is clear: When the DMK is in power, recruitment processes become avenues for patronage and corruption rather than merit-based selection.
The DMK’s track record with public recruitment is littered with scandals. From cash-for-jobs rackets involving crores to repeated allegations of paper leaks, tampering, and favouritism, TNPSC under DMK rule has become synonymous with inefficiency rather than merit. Even when the party was in opposition, its leaders screamed for CBI probes into TNPSC scams. Now in power, the same party presides over a system where honest preparation is punished and connections (or cash) prevail.
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The Legal Rights Protection Forum has filed a formal complaint with the West Godavari District Collector, alleging large-scale violations of building and planning laws by the Calvary Temple Foundation, including the construction and operation of a church on land sanctioned exclusively for residential apartment use.
In a detailed representation dated February 7, 2026, addressed to the Collector and District Magistrate of West Godavari, the Forum has sought immediate demolition of what it describes as an “unauthorised religious structure” constructed at Kuchenapalli village in Tadepalligudem mandal, within the jurisdiction of the Eluru Urban Development Authority (EUDA).
Alleged Misuse Of Residential Approval
According to the complaint, EUDA had granted provisional approval on March 27, 2025, for construction of a Ground + One (G+1) residential apartment building over a total land extent of 24,388.58 square yards spread across multiple survey numbers. As a mandatory statutory condition, Calvary Temple Foundation, represented by Pola Lazarus Enoch, executed a mortgage deed on April 5, 2025, in favour of EUDA, mortgaging 10 per cent of the proposed built-up area along with proportionate undivided land share.
The Forum alleges that this mortgage was executed specifically to ensure compliance with residential land use and sanctioned building plans, and that any deviation would amount to a breach of statutory conditions.
However, the complaint claims that instead of constructing residential apartments, the Foundation has built and is operating a large church at the same site, conducting regular religious gatherings and public events. The Forum has cited videos uploaded on YouTube in November 2025, including inauguration and Christmas celebration footage, in which the structure is reportedly described as the “largest church in West Godavari district”.
Change Of Land Use, Safety Concerns Flagged
The Forum has alleged that the construction and use of the building as a church amounts to an illegal change of land use obtained through “misrepresentation and suppression of material facts”. It has further claimed that the building was never sanctioned as a public or semi-public assembly structure and does not comply with fire safety norms, parking requirements, access regulations, emergency exits, or National Building Code provisions applicable to places of public congregation.
The complaint also raises public interest concerns, including traffic congestion, illegal parking, noise pollution, and potential fire and life safety hazards, stating that the structure poses serious risks to public safety.
Undertakings Cited
In its representation, the Forum has pointed out that, as part of the building permission process, the applicant had given an undertaking authorising EUDA to demolish any unauthorised construction without prior notice and at the owner’s cost, if violations of the sanctioned plan were found. The present construction, it argues, squarely attracts those undertakings.
Demand For Immediate Action
The Legal Rights Protection Forum has urged the District Collector to direct immediate demolition of the unauthorised structure without issuing further notice, revoke the residential building permission allegedly obtained through misrepresentation, and initiate criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings against Calvary Temple Foundation for violations of law.
The complaint has requested that the matter be treated as urgent in the interest of planned urban development, lawful administration, and public safety. No official response from the district administration or the Calvary Temple Foundation was available at the time of filing this report.
The 2024–2025 Annual Report of Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (TNPDCL), formerly TANGEDCO, has drawn attention for its depiction of the utility’s fragile financial position, with disclosures indicating structural stress, heavy indebtedness, and continued reliance on government backing.
Financial statements in the report point to a deeply strained balance sheet, with liabilities significantly outweighing assets and the corporation carrying a negative net worth exceeding ₹1 lakh crore. The utility’s operations appear sustained through a combination of state support and large-scale borrowings.
The report also records moves to expand borrowing capacity, with shareholder approval sought to raise borrowing limits up to ₹1.27 lakh crore, underscoring the scale of debt dependence required to sustain power distribution operations in the state.
While TNPDCL has reported an operational profit for the financial year, the broader financial disclosures, including accumulated losses, liabilities, and financing costs, indicate continuing structural insolvency pressures despite accounting surpluses.
Attention has also turned to the financing chain linked to the power utility. Tamil Nadu Power Finance & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (TNPFIDC), a state-owned non-banking financial company, functions as a key lender to power and infrastructure entities, including TNPDCL/TANGEDCO, by mobilising institutional deposits and market borrowings.
In this context, concerns have been raised regarding the investment of temple-linked funds in TNPFIDC. Available material indicates that large sums belonging to Hindu religious institutions have been deposited in the NBFC, which carries a BBB- credit rating – the lowest rung within investment-grade classifications.
The exposure has drawn scrutiny due to the financial stress in the downstream power sector entities to which TNPFIDC lends, raising questions about risk concentration and fiduciary prudence in the deployment of religious endowment funds.
Estimates circulating in public discourse place temple fund exposure to TNPFIDC at around ₹2,700 crore. However, a detailed audited breakdown of temple-wise deposits within the NBFC’s financial statements is not publicly enumerated in the material reviewed.
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On 9 January 2026, a video from Azamgarh Public School, located in Rani Ki Sarai in Uttar Pradesh’s Azamgarh district and linked to SP leader Guddu Jamali, went viral on social media.
In the video, a Muslim teacher is seen imparting religious instruction to Nursery and LKG students. Dressed in school uniforms, the children are asked by the teacher, “Who are you?” to which they respond in unison, “Muslim.” She then asks who created the sun, the moon, the sky, and the earth, and the children reply, “Allah Ta’ala.”
In this report, we look at 37 major incidents recorded between 2017 and January 2026 across schools, colleges, and coaching centres, alleging instances where Muslim individuals compelled students to offer namaz, recite the kalma, and wear burqas, hijabs, or white skull caps.
#1 Azamgarh School Video Shows Religious Questioning of Nursery Children – January 2026 – Uttar Pradesh
A video from Azamgarh Public School in Rani Ki Sarai went viral on social media on 9 January 2026. The footage showed a teacher conducting a religious lesson with nursery and LKG students. In the video, the teacher asked the children, dressed in school uniform, “Who are you?” to which they collectively replied, “Muslim.” She then asked who created the sun, moon, sky, and earth, and the children answered, “Allah Taala.” The teacher further quizzed them on the names of the Prophet’s parents, which the children identified as Bibi Amina and Abdullah. The school is reportedly associated with SP leader Guddu Jamali.
#2 Hindu Physiotherapy Student Pressured to Pray in Hostel – January 2026 – Palghar, Maharashtra
On the night of 4 January 2026, at a private medical college hostel in Wada taluka, an unknown masked female student allegedly pressured a Hindu physiotherapy student to read ‘Namaz’. The victim, a resident of Nashik, reported being stopped on the hostel’s fifth floor and forced to recite Islamic prayers. After the frightened student informed her parents the next day and the college administration did not take immediate action, the family contacted the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP). Hindu organizations subsequently protested at the college, calling it an attempt at conversion and a case of ragging.
#3 Annual Function Protest Over Muslim Attire for Children – December 2025 – Ambala, Haryana
On 29 December 2025, Hindu organizations protested outside Bharatiya Public School in Ambala over its annual function held on December 26. The protest was against a dance performance where Hindu children, dressed in Muslim attire, performed to an Eid-special song containing the phrase “Assalamualaikum.” A video of the performance went viral on social media, leading to the controversy. Demonstrators raised slogans against the school for having Hindu children wear Muslim clothing during the cultural event.
#4 Rajouri School Accused of Teaching Kalma to Hindu Child – November 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir
A video of a Hindu girl reciting the Kalima (“La Ilaha Illallah”) went viral in November 2025. The girl was a student at the Star Institute School of Education in Pajnara, Kalakote. In response, the VHP and Bajrang Dal held a press conference in Sunderbani on 25 November 2025, alleging the school was imparting religious teachings. The girl’s father, Surjeet Singh, claimed children were being compelled to recite the Islamic declaration of faith and accused the school of starting “Madrasa-like activities.” He also alleged pressure to sign an affidavit to suppress the case.
#5 Namaz Inside College Campus Sparks Protest – November 2025 – Thane, Maharashtra
A controversy arose at Ideal College in Kalyan, Thane, on 21 November 2025, over a video showing some Muslim students offering Namaz inside an empty classroom on campus. The college administration stated the prayer lasted only a few minutes. After the video went viral, activists from the VHP and Bajrang Dal arrived at the college to register their objection, stating that such religious activities were against college rules.
#6 Friday Declared Weekly Holiday at Private School – 30 Oct 2025 – Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
Juman Islamia English School in Jabalpur declared Friday (Jumme) as its weekly holiday, replacing Sunday, effective 30 October 2025. The school management informed parents via WhatsApp, stating it was implementing the Islamic calendar. This decision, bypassing government norms, led to dissatisfaction among parents. They complained to the district administration and the District Education Officer (DEO), demanding action against the school management.
#7 Alleged Namaz Taught Under Guise of Yoga – 24 October 2025 – Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh
On 24 October 2025, parents accused teacher Jabir Ahmad Tadvi of teaching Hindu children to offer Namaz under the pretext of teaching yoga exercises at a government school in Devari village. The matter came to light during the Diwali holidays when children replicated the actions at home. Upon questioning by their parents, the children revealed the teacher’s instructions. Approximately two dozen parents then went to the school to protest.
#8 Children Forced to Write ‘I Love Mohammad’ – September 2025 – Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh
At Amar Babu Shiksha Niketan, a private school in Sadarpur, an art competition homework assignment on 27 September 2025, required students to write “I Love Mohammad.” Children reported that their teacher gave this as compulsory homework, threatening punishment for non-compliance. Acting on complaints from parents, Sadarapur police arrested school operator Shaukat Ansari and a teacher.
#9 Student Writes Names of Terror Groups in Exam – September 2025 – Kannur, Kerala
During a mid-term exam on 27 September 2025, at a government school, a Class 9 student wrote the names of international terrorist organizations like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, Hamas, and Houthi on the first page of his Social Science answer sheet. He also drew weapons. Teachers noted the student began writing on the question paper within 15 minutes of the exam start, instead of focusing on the questions.
#10 Friday Holiday Dispute in Government School – September 2025 – Sitamarhi, Bihar
A dispute over the weekly holiday arose at Aawapur Vidyalaya in Pupri block, where most students are from the Muslim community. The school had long observed Friday as a holiday, but a new principal declared Sunday as the off day. On 13 September 2025, the Block Education Officer (BEO) intervened, held talks with parents and the management, and emphasized that children’s education was the top priority, promising to seek guidance from senior officers on the holiday issue.
#11 Palestine Flag Hoisted at School – September 2025 – Lakhimpur, Uttar Pradesh
On 1 September 2025, at a primary school in Lukaha village, some Muslim students allegedly took down the Indian national flag from the school roof and replaced it with a Palestinian flag. The complainant named individuals—Saddam, Baura, Anne, and an unknown person—who ascended the roof, removed the Tricolour, and threw it away.
In early August 2025, Baby Convent School distributed Hindi alphabet chart books to nursery students containing Islamic terms: “K” for Kabaa, “M” for Masjid, and “N” for Namaz, accompanied by related images. A video of the charts went viral, leading to protests by parents and Hindu organizations. The principal, I.A. Quraishi, was accused of distributing the material. The administration initiated an investigation by the Education Department.
#13 Teacher Accused of Forcing Urdu and Threats – August 2025 – Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh
At a government composite school in Harvanshpur Dharam village, teacher Mohammad Salauddin was accused on 3 August 2025, of forcing Hindu students to learn Urdu. Students alleged that if they refused, Muslim students were instigated to beat them. A viral video reportedly showed Salauddin intimidating students and making comments denying the existence of temples and God, such as, “Has anyone seen God?”
#14 Hijab in Independence Day Preparation – July 2025 – Fatehabad, Haryana
During Independence Day preparations on 30 July 2025, at a play school in Bhuna town, a Hindu girl was included in an act simulating Namaz and was asked to have Muslim attire stitched for the performance. Her family raised questions about the clothing and the act, alerting Hindu organizations like VHP and Bajrang Dal. The organizations protested, calling it wrong to impose religious influence on children. The school management called it a cultural activity and apologized.
#15 Hijab Pressure During University Field Trip – July 2025 – Kalaburagi, Karnataka
During an academic field trip for the Central University of Karnataka in July 2025, students alleged that Assistant Professor Abdul Majeed from the History and Archaeology department pressured female students to wear hijabs, especially when visiting Muslim heritage sites like mosques. The Hyderabad-based Legal Rights Protection Forum (LRPF) filed a complaint with the university vice-chancellor on 28 July 2025, citing constitutional violations.
#16 Alleged Burning of Hindu Symbols in School – July 2025 – Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
On 11 July 2025, at a government secondary school in Nagpura village, teacher Shakeel Mohammad Nagauri allegedly tore and burned pictures of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Saraswati, and Bharat Mata in front of students. He also attempted to burn the national flag. Students and parents accused the teacher of imposing religious extremism, forcing children to read the Quran and worship Allah at a mosque.
#17 Islamic Verses in Morning Assembly – July 2025 – Kota, Rajasthan
A video went viral in July 2025 showing Hindu students being compelled to recite Islamic verses (Kalma) during the morning prayer assembly at Bakshi Springdales School in Kota. The footage led to strong opposition from parents and Hindu organizations, who warned of large-scale protests if action was not taken against the school management.
#18 Ramadan Rituals Alleged in School – June 2025 – Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
At Dehrava Academy School in Mawana area, Hindu parents accused the school on 5 June 2025, of teaching Islamic customs to children during Ramadan. Complainant Ashok Kumar stated that children of other religions were asked to bring white handkerchiefs to participate in religious activities. When his children brought the handkerchiefs the next day, they were encouraged to follow Islamic rituals without proper understanding.
#19 NSS Camp Allegedly Forced Namaz – March 2025 – Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh
During a seven-day NSS camp (March 26 to April 1, 2024) at Guru Ghasidas Central University in Shivtarai, Hindu students alleged that a program officer forced them to read Namaz on the occasion of Eid. Approximately 159 students attended the camp. The students claimed that when they protested, they were threatened with not receiving camp certificates.
#20 Open Namaz at University – March 2025 – Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
On 16 March 2025, IIMT University student Khalid Pradhan was arrested after a video of him offering Namaz in an open area of the campus went viral during Holi celebrations. Following the viral video, Hindu organizations began protesting on campus. The university administration stated the video was uploaded with the intent to disturb communal harmony.
#21 Allegations Against Krishna Veni School – November 2024 – Hyderabad
Krishnaveni School in Asif Nagar was accused in November 2024 of gradually converting into a Madrassa while retaining a Hindu name to confuse parents. The school management and teachers were allegedly promoting Islamic teachings. A video supporting this claim surfaced online.
What nonsense is this? Razakar rule in Telangana is turning normal schools into madrasas.😳🤷🏻♂️
Krishnaveni school, Asif Nagar, Hyderabad.
Keeping Hindu names to fool schools. Teachers and management all are Mlechas and teaching this to your children. pic.twitter.com/Oe2HpT8s2u
#22 Hindu Girl Made to Wear Burqa in Play – September 2024 – Sonipat
During a school program at Rajkiya Senior Secondary School in Badoli village, a group of Muslim students performed a play on 15 September 2024. In the play, a Hindu girl was made to wear a hijab and burqa to offer Eid greetings.
#23 Coaching Centre FIR Over Religious Pressure – July 2024 – Delhi
Hindu father Manoj Kumar filed an FIR on July 4, 2024, against three teachers, Rizwan, Absar, and Irfan at the Jai Mata Di coaching center in Subhash Palace. He accused them of pressuring his 13-year-old son to read the Quran and recite the Kalma. The teachers allegedly criticized Hindu beliefs, presented Islam as a powerful religion, and threatened Manoj when he confronted Rizwan.
#24 Anganwadi Accused of Namaz and Eid Rituals – July 2024 – Vadodara, GJ
A case emerged on 15 July 2024, at Karnali Anganwadi in Vadodara where Hindu children were allegedly forced to wear scarves, read Namaz, and celebrate Eid. MLA Shailesh Mehta raised the issue with the state education minister, stating that Anganwadis should remain only educational institutions.
On 10 April 2024, Delhi Public School (DPS) announced an e-dargah visit for students of classes 1 and 2 so they could understand the importance of Eid. The announcement led to controversy.
Delhi Public School is one of India’s elite private schools. Here’s what they are doing to Hindu children in the age groups of 4, 5 and 6. Hindu children will be indoctrinated with Muslim culture via virtual dargah tours and stories glorifying Islam. pic.twitter.com/pSeNFNdiQ7
#26 Hijab and Cap Ordered for Eid – April 2024 – Rewa, MP
Gyansthali Public School in Rewa ordered its students to wear hijab and Islamic skull caps on the occasion of Eid in April 2024. Parents and Hindu organizations strongly opposed the decision. Following the protest, the school principal apologized and withdrew the order.
Rewa, MP: Gyanthsali Public School mandated their students to wear Hijab and Islamic skull caps in their school on the occasion of Eid.
Bajrang Dal superheroes strongly opposed this and protested against it.
#27 Hijab and Islamic Songs in School Event – September 2023 – Guna, MP
During Eid-Milad-un-Nabi celebrations at Prince Global School, Hindu girls were allegedly made to wear hijabs and sing Islamic songs like “Madine Wale Se Mera Salam Kehna” on 27 September 2023.
#28 Namaz in Eid Play – June 2023 – Kutch, GK
At Pearl School of Excellence and Value Education near Mundra port, a play for Eid-al-Adha on 30 June 2023, featured Hindu students wearing skull caps and scarves, acting out offering Namaz and greetings. A viral video led to the principal’s suspension.
#29 Kalma Recitation in Assembly – June 2023 – Khandwa, MP
During a Bakrid assembly at St. Pius Missionary School on 28 June 2023, the principal called four Muslim students to the stage to recite the Kalma and offer Namaz. The VHP alleged that while Hindu cultural symbols like tilak and bindi were banned, specific religious prayers were being conducted. VHP workers demanded the school’s license be canceled.
#30 Alleged History Bias in Teaching – June 2023 – Rajkot, GJ
At Yellow Education System, a private school in Jetpur, Muslim teachers were accused on 11 June 2023, of skipping lessons on Hindu kings like Maharana Pratap while glorifying Muslim rulers. A parent also claimed a Class 1 Hindu child started calling his parents “Ammi-Abbu” at home.
#31 Namaz in Eid Celebration – April 2023 – Dehradun, Uttarakhand
During an Eid celebration at a private school in Selakui on 29 April 2023, non-Muslim students were allegedly forced to participate in Islamic activities and offer Namaz. Bajrang Dal and parents protested after a video showed students in a prayer posture. The school removed the videos from social media. A committee was formed to investigate.
#32 World Heritage Day Program Controversy – April 2023 – Hathras, UP
During a World Heritage Day event at BLS International School on 20 April 2023, Hindu students were allegedly forced to read Namaz and chant “Allahu Akbar.” A viral video led to major protests outside the school, with Hindu organizations demanding purification of the school.
#33 Teacher Offers Namaz During Training – August 2022 – Chhatarpur, MP
A video of a Muslim teacher reading Namaz on the premises of Maharaja Vidyalaya No. 2 went viral in August 2022. The teacher was present for a 5-day training program for district teachers. VHP and Bajrang Dal workers arrived at the school to object.
#34 Friday Holiday for Juma – July 2022 – Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Bright Angel Public School in Vikasnagar instructed through a student’s diary on 21 July 2022, that the school would close at 12 PM every Friday. Parents found the order strange and protested. The school’s manager and principal are MK Hussain and Azra Hussain.
#35 Unauthorised Friday Holidays – July 2022 – Kishanganj, Bihar
District Education Officer Subhash Kumar Gupta alleged on 20 July 2022, that schools in minority areas of the district were observing Friday as a holiday and holding classes on Sunday, following an old tradition, without any official order. At least 19 schools were reportedly following this practice.
#36 FIR Over Eid Dress Video – May 2022 – Prayagraj, UP
An FIR was registered on 4 May 2022, against Bushra Mustafa, the Muslim principal of Nyay Nagar Public School in Jhunsi. She was accused of pressuring Hindu students to make a 20-second video wearing “Eid dress” – Kurta-topi for boys and Salwar-Kurta with dupatta for girls via WhatsApp group messages. Incentives like extra marks and certificates were allegedly offered.
#37 Forced Namaz and Quran in Hostel – July 2017 – Mewat, Haryana
A serious case emerged in July 2017 at Mewat Model School in Nunh Madhi village, where Hindu hostel students were allegedly forced to read the Quran, offer prayers five times a day, and follow Islamic traditions. The mother of two students, Pushpa Bharadwaj, alleged that children were threatened for refusing. With only 3 Hindu students out of 207, all three sought a transfer due to this harassment.
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Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Thousand Lights MLA Ezhilan Naganathan, known for spewing venom against Hinduism, is back in focus with another inflammatory speech against Hindus and Hindi-speaking migrant workers. He joins his colleagues in spewing venom against Hindi speakers.
Speaking at a public event, Ezhilan first took aim at Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay, who has previously used the phrase to criticise the ruling party.
He said, “I ask, ‘Is the DMK an evil force?’ I ask, ‘Is the DMK an evil force?’ Yes — we are an evil force. For whom are we an evil force? We are an evil force to Manusmriti followers. We are an evil force to those who try to uphold the varna-ashrama doctrine based on caste. We are an evil force to those who do politics based on religion. We are an evil force to those who try to disturb and damage Tamil culture. We are an evil force to those who try to block women’s progress. Whoever tries to impose exams like NEET so that our children dont study – to them we are an evil force. Whoever acts against protecting this nation’s honour and this land’s rights – to all of them, we are an evil force, an evil force, an evil force.”
Continuing his address, Ezhilan referred to education rankings during the AIADMK regime led by Edappadi K. Palaniswami.
He said, “In education, eighth rank, that was during Edappadi’s rule. I did not give that ranking, India Today gave that ranking. I am saying this here, I am also a doctor, Lakshmanan is also a doctor. When one MLA spoke there, I asked, did you have a composed MLA? There was an MLA, is he someone who speaks calmly? Will he speak calmly at this time? When will he ever speak calmly? You voted like this, for a person who cannot even speak three continuous lines properly to the media, he has now gone to the Rajya Sabha. Has he made any speech there? Any record? Any note where he spoke properly? Any note where he spoke calmly? I ask, how did you vote for him? Think about it. Think for a minute whom you voted for. I am asking you to think.”
Ezhilan also made political references involving the BJP’s lotus symbol and social practices.
He said, “Diwali and Christmas are the same, we have lived like that. As long as we eat beef here, the lotus will never bloom here. As long as we eat biryani here, the lotus will never bloom here. They are trying to break that. They are plotting in many ways.”
He added, “One, they broke the AIADMK using Edappadi, creating a slave mentality, and are standing here. They are not giving funds or support. They are telling the Chief Minister – accept the three-language policy, accept Hindi, then we will give ₹3,000 crore for your schools. But our CM asks back, ‘This is our life, our life language, our life itself. Our job is to protect the language. We are the organization who carried out the language war. We will not accept it even if you give ₹10,000 crore.’ But what does Edappadi say? But what did Edappadi do? During Edappadi’s rule, a government order was issued allowing people without Tamil knowledge to get government jobs. That traitorous Edappadi government allowed anyone to enter our employment space.”
He further said, “I ask – what progress have they seen by studying Hindi? People from very backward sections who studied Hindi come here and do construction work, sell pani puri, sell beeda and pakoda. But our children from backward communities become software engineers, become doctors, go abroad for jobs.”
Linking language policy to social mobility, Ezhilan said, “That foundation was laid by Anna. If today I am a doctor, if Lakshmanan sir is a doctor, we speak Tamil and English because of the two-language policy given by Anna. If children from our homes speak fluent English today, it is because of Anna’s two-language policy. That is what led to progress.”
He added, “To destroy that, what are they doing? They say – accept the three-language policy, they are saying to accept Hindi indirectly. They are blackmailing us saying only if we do that, they will give funds. Are we going to allow that? Are we going to allow our progress to be blocked?”
Ezhilan then ‘warned’ about communal polarisation and political manipulation.
He said, “I ask you – should Tamil Nadu be turned into a land of communal riots? We are moving on a path of progress, a path of science. Our children are becoming scientists, AI scientists.”
Referring to the state government’s flagship programme, he said, “Through the ‘Naan Mudhalvan’ scheme alone, 44 lakh students have benefited and are becoming managers in multinational companies, marketing engineers, scientists in manufacturing sectors. Why should we be pulled backward? I am asking you – should we be dragged back?”
He concluded with a broader political appeal: “Think – I ask you to think. I ask the people of Tamil Nadu. Democracy is fundamental. Many political parties will come before you. Many ideologies will come. Artificial actors will come. They will even dance on stage. But what will you do? They will not open their mouths to oppose the BJP. But they will open their mouths only to call the DMK an evil force. Don’t you see that conspiracy? A conspiracy is underway to exploit your eagerness; to undermine Tamil Nadu’s progress and manipulate you for their own purposes. I ask – who are the real heroes? The real hero is the Chief Minister who is working to make Tamil Nadu the number one state.”
“திமுக தீய சக்தியா.. ஆம் தீய சக்தி தான்.. யாருக்கு திமுக தீய சக்தி? யாரெல்லாம் தமிழர் பண்பாட்டை சீருகுலைக்கிறார்களோ..” – திமுக எம்.எல்.ஏ எழிலன் பேச்சு#MLAEzhilan | #DMK | #Viluppurampic.twitter.com/REgySsBUAM
Senior Congress leader and MP Karti Chidambaram on Friday, 6 February 2026, while speaking to the press, said the DMK had not yet constituted its committee for alliance talks, even days after preliminary discussions, and asserted that the Congress plays a crucial value-addition role in any electoral coalition in Tamil Nadu.
Addressing reporters amid ongoing speculation over seat-sharing and alliance dynamics, Chidambaram said questions about delays in negotiations should be directed at the DMK. He pointed out that DMK parliamentary party leader Kanimozhi Karunanidhi had held direct talks with the Congress leadership, but that progress had stalled thereafter.
“It has been nine days since those talks took place. They said they would form a committee, but that committee has still not been constituted. On our side, the committee is ready. We have already appointed a five-member team for discussions. Once they form their committee, we are ready to talk,” he said, adding that the delay in forming the panel lay with the DMK.
Responding to remarks from political commentators and DMK functionaries that the Congress had weakened electorally, Chidambaram said leaders from both parties often made sharp comments but that such exchanges should not distract from formal negotiations.
“Both are large parties with many members, and individuals will have different opinions. After leadership-level talks, we have made our position clear – we have formed our committee; they should form theirs; then seat-sharing and other matters can be decided through committee discussions,” he said.
On whether senior Congress leaders were monitoring the public exchanges, Chidambaram said he was unsure how seriously such remarks were being viewed. “Many may find such remarks entertaining, but whether they are paying attention to them – I have my doubts,” he noted.
He dismissed suggestions of confusion within the alliance, stating that the situation could be resolved if the DMK immediately constituted its committee and began formal talks with the Congress panel. With elections approaching, he acknowledged that “in these two months, we will have to tolerate many such opinions circulating on social media.”
On statements that the alliance could win only if both parties remained together, Chidambaram agreed, saying, “Both parties know that only if they remain together in the alliance can both win.”
Addressing questions on alliance arithmetic in Puducherry, he said no decisions had been taken yet. He noted that Congress leader V Vaithilingam was handling discussions there and that talks had not formally begun.
Chidambaram also reacted to reports about high application numbers for party tickets in actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), saying enthusiasm around star figures did not automatically translate into electoral success. “Fan bases can become support bases. Support bases can become vote banks. But whether a vote bank converts into seats – that I am not sure about,” he said.
Reflecting on the Congress party’s position in Tamil Nadu, Chidambaram acknowledged its standalone limitations but emphasized its strategic importance in coalitions.
“Since 1967, we have not been directly in power. We are not in a position to contest alone and win – I accept that. But we are a value-addition party. Only if we are there does the alliance get the stamp of secularism. Without us, that secular stamp cannot be firmly applied,” he said.
He added that the Congress should be viewed as a multiplier rather than merely an additive force within alliances, particularly in terms of minority confidence and ideological positioning.
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A controversy has erupted at the Thiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple near Chennai after lizards and insects were allegedly found inside a purified drinking water dispensing unit installed for devotees within the temple premises.
The temple, regarded as one of the most prominent shrines in the region, witnesses heavy footfall daily, with devotees visiting from Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kanchipuram and other parts of Tamil Nadu to offer prayers and fulfil vows. On auspicious and special occasions, the number of visitors runs into thousands.
According to devotees, the water purification and dispensing machine had remained non-functional and poorly maintained for a prolonged period despite being installed as part of basic infrastructure facilities for visitors. The issue came to light after visuals surfaced showing lizards and cockroaches floating inside the water storage tank connected to the purification unit.
A regular devotee, who had reportedly raised multiple complaints earlier without any action being taken, recorded a video of the contaminated water tank and circulated it on social media. The footage subsequently went viral, triggering shock and concern among devotees.
Following the circulation of the video, temple authorities stated that action would be initiated in connection with the incident. They indicated that maintenance-related lapses would be examined and appropriate steps taken against those responsible.
The incident has caused concern among devotees, particularly given that the contaminated unit had been installed to supply purified drinking water to the large number of visitors frequenting the temple.
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Police in Kerala’s Palakkad district seized a pick-up van carrying more than 100 boxes of explosives, concealed beneath a load of watermelons, during a late-night interception on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, amid heightened security checks ahead of the Assembly elections in the state.
According to an officer from the Palakkad Town South Police Station, the vehicle was found transporting over 100 boxes of gelatin sticks along with more than 20 boxes of detonators. The explosive materials had been hidden under a consignment of watermelons in an apparent attempt to evade detection.
The seizure occurred as state authorities intensified security surveillance across Kerala in the run-up to the upcoming Assembly polls. Police acted on prior information indicating that a large quantity of explosives was being illegally transported into the state. During routine inspection, officers signalled the vehicle to stop, but the driver allegedly failed to comply. Police then pursued the van, intercepted it, and took the driver into custody.
During preliminary interrogation, the driver informed investigators that the explosives had been loaded in Coimbatore and were being transported to a quarry site in Thrissur. Police stated that initial assessments suggested the consignment was intended for quarry operations.
Addressing the broader issue of explosive circulation in the region, police indicated that the sale of such materials was restricted to a limited number of licensed agencies. They noted that the trade often functioned as a monopoly in several areas, resulting in inflated prices, which in turn encouraged unlicensed operators to sell explosives clandestinely at cheaper rates.
Police said a case under the Explosive Substances Act would be registered against the driver following completion of seizure formalities. An official case has been registered by Palakkad Police in connection with the incident.
